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Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

by Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Digoxin (0.25mg)

₹15₹14

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Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

Introduction to Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

This drug restores and maintains a normal and steady heartbeat. It should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. 

Safety Advice for Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Digon Tablet.

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Digon Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Digon Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

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Digon Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. <BR>.

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Digon Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Digon Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Regular monitoring of kidney function tests, potassium, magnesium and calcium levels is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

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Digon Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Digon Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

How Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s works

Digon is a cardiac glycoside. It works by correcting irregular heartbeat to a normal rhythm and increases the force with which the heart muscle contracts with every heartbeat. This makes the heart pump more efficiently and increases blood circulation throughout the body.

How To Use Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

  • Do not chew it.
  • Take proper dose as per doctor’s recommendations.
  • Finish the full course for proper effect.

Special Precautions About Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

  • Take advice from your doctor if you are allergic.
  • It should be consumed according to requirements and suggestion by doctor.

Benefits Of Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

  • it is effective in treating heart failure.
  • This drug can also help in arrhythmias.

Side Effects Of Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

  • Visual impairment
  • Skin rash
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)

Similar Medicine Of Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

What If I Missed A Dose Of Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

  • If you miss your dose then take the dose immediately. 
  • If you are too late to take the dose and next dose timing is near, then follow the next dose. 
  • You should not avoid double the dose to avoid overdose. 

Health And Lifestyle

You should take physical exercise for minimum 30 minutes. You should also focus on taking healthy diet for better health.

Drug Interaction

  • Micardis
  • Aldactone
  • furosemide

Drug Food Interaction

  • Spaghetti
  • Beans
  • Raspberries
  • Bran

Disease Explanation

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Heart failure occurs when muscle does not able to pump blood as it is required.

FAQ's on Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

Does Lanoxin lower BP?

Calcium channel blockers and digoxin (Lanoxin) can lower blood pressure and heart rate to dangerous levels when administered together with metoprolol.

Is digoxin still used?

Yes, digoxin is still used. It used to treat certain cardiac problems such as heart failure and arrhythmias.

Is digoxin nephrotoxic?

Digoxin is not nephrotoxic, it has no known toxic effect on the kidney.

Is digoxin a beta blocker/diuretic/potassium sparing/vasodilator/potassium wasting/blood thinner/ACE inhibitor/anticoagulant?

Digoxin is not beta blocker/diuretic/potassium sparing/vasodilator/potassium wasting/blood thinner/ACE inhibitor/anticoagulant. It belongs to a group of medicines called ‘cardiac glycosides. Digoxin has side effect such as decreasing the potassium level, but it does not increase potassium excretion in the urine

When should I take Lanoxin?

Its very important to take your digoxin exactly as your doctor tells you. Digoxin is usually taken once a day. You should try to take it at the same time every day. If you miss a dose, you can take it if less than 12 hours have passed since your normal dosage time.

Does digoxin cause liver damage?

CG Statins are perhaps the most common class of drugs that can cause hepatic toxicity in patients with cardiac disease. Digoxin, which is metabolized in the liver and regulates cholesterol levels, has a bidirectional impact; it is metabolized by the liver and can affect the metabolism of other compounds in the liver.

Can digoxin make you feel tired?

What happens if I overdose on Digoxin (Lanoxin)? Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and feeling tired.

What is Lanoxin tablets used for?

Lanoxin Tablets contains the active substance digoxin, which belongs to a group of medicines called cardiac glycosides. It is used to treat arrhythmias and heart failure. An arrhythmia is an irregularity in the heart-beat, which causes the heart to skip a beat, beat irregularly or beat at the wrong speed.

Does digoxin affect blood pressure?

Because digoxin does not affect blood pressure, it is sometimes used alone in a person with atrial fibrillation who has naturally low blood pressure. But these cases are rare. "Sometimes, there is no other effective rate-controlling treatment that doesnt also lower blood pressure.

Is digoxin and digitalis the same drug?

Digoxin and digitalis are the same drugs. Always consult your doctor regarding its use.

Can digoxin cause heart attack?

The toxic effects of digoxin include life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias, particularly ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation, severe bradycardia (slow heart rate), heart block, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting, and neurological problems including confusion and visual disturbances.

What is Digoxin tablets used for?

Digoxin is a type of medicine called a cardiac glycoside. Its used to control some heart problems, such as irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias) including atrial fibrillation. It can also help to manage the symptoms of heart failure, usually with other medicines. Digoxin is only available on prescription.

What happens if I stop taking digoxin?

Discontinuation of digoxin is associated with worsening heart failure (HF) symptoms.

How much does Lanoxin cost?

About Lanoxin It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic digoxin is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower. The lowest GoodRx price for the most common version of generic Lanoxin is around $9.00, 69% off the average retail price of $30.00.

Why is digoxin given for 5 days?

In conclusion, the two days a week suspension schedule reduces the plasmatic concentration of digoxin to subtherapeutic levels while the continuous regime maintains stable concentrations within the therapeutic range. Adjusting the dose to the creatinine clearance, average concentrations of 1 milligram are obtained.

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Nish Kumar

B.Pharma + MBA

Content Updated on

Friday, 14 Feburary, 2025

Prescription Required

Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

by Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Digoxin (0.25mg)

₹15₹14

7% off
Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet 10s

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